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City Guide
Free ways to round out spring break
Main Terrain Art Park also serves as a stormwater retention space. | Photo by NOOGAtoday
We’re nearing the end of spring break for Hamilton County Schools students, and parents + guardians may be nearing the end of their spring break budgets, too.
We’re here to help with activities that won’t cost you a dime.
Main Terrain Art Park | Imagine a mashup of an art gallery, playground, and outdoor gym — that’s what you’ll find at this Southside green space. Sculptures double as fitness equipment, blending creativity and movement in a way that’s fun for the whole family.
Chattanooga Library | The Chattanooga Library offers tons of free events for kids, including STEAM classes, storytimes, and special programs like the upcoming Spring Break events at the downtown library.
We feature lots of events each day; Do you remember another event happening this weekend that we featured in a newsletter earlier in the week?
A. Bona Fide Sunday Supper at Niedlov’s B. Chatt Town Cool Down in Coolidge Park C. Nightfall Concert Series at Miller Park D. Hike Bike Brew at Lula Lake Land Trust
Enjoy Ross’s Landing while you can this spring + summer. Starting in November — immediately after Head of the Hooch — the area will be closed for 18 months as part of the ONE Riverfront development. Attend an upcoming community info session on Wednesday, March 25 or Thursday, March 26. (Local 3 News)
Coming Soon
A new downtown gym and fitness club is eyeing an April 1 opening. Fitness Central is set to open in a 37,000-sqft space near the zoo — a change from its original location plans — with Arsenal Strength equipment, free weights, and cardio machines. The gym plans to continue adding amenities such as locker rooms + a pilates studio after opening.
Sports
Chattanooga FC Women released its 2026 schedule, kicking off the season with a game against 865 Alliance on Thursday, May 28. This year marks new Head Coach Majo Harispuru’s first season with the team. View the full schedule.
Eat
Five Wits is bringing back the pizza oven. Starting in April, you’ll be able to grab a slice of ‘za for lunch and dinner seven days a week at the Five Wits space inside Barrelhouse Ballroom. The business will also be reopening its doors on Main Street. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Seasonal
Crabtree Farms’ annual spring plant sale approaches. This year, the three-day sale will take place April 17-19 with a large selection of plants for purchase + local vendors, food trucks, live music, and kids activities.
Cause
Chattanooga Room in the Inn (CRITI) recently launched a new pilot program that works to provide shelter and resources for teenagers experiencing homelessness in Hamilton County. CRITI will partner with Hamilton County Schools to identify eligible students + collaborate on the program.
Plan Ahead
Rhyme N Chatt Day is coming up on Saturday, April 11, after the City of Chattanooga officially proclaimed the second Saturday of April “Rhyme N Chatt Day” in 2025. This year, locals can celebrate at Audubon Acres with a poetry workshop + free community poetry in the park.
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Tech
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The Buy
The best Easter eggs and decorations on sale ahead of the holiday. We recently shopped online party supply store Oriental Trading, and it’s got Easter covered — especially if you’re hosting an event on a budget. Check out our faves + use code BCFREESHIP for free shipping on any order:
It’s my last day in the saddle, but you’ll get to see my coworker Rilee take over this newsletter the next couple of days before Sarah officially returns. Thanks for letting me take over for a while; as a “thank you,” I’ll leave you with this old NOOGAtoday memento that serves as an embarrassing reminder of the internet’s permanence.
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